Ten Unknown Facts About #BMW 1. BMW, or Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, was founded in Munich, Germany, in 1916, initially producing aircraft engines, transitioning to motorcycles in the 1920s, and automobiles in the 1930s. 2. The BMW logo, or "roundel," represents aviation origins, with blue and white symbolizing a spinning propeller against a clear sky. 3. BMW innovates automotive technology, introducing the electric BMW i3 in 2013 and advancing ADAS and hybrid powertrains. 4. BMW has a strong mo